Arconic hiring Electrical and Control Systems Engineer in Alcoa, TN | LinkedIn (2024)

Job DescriptionArconic has an exciting opportunity for an Electrical and Control Systems Engineer to work with Arconic’s Manufacturing Technology and Engineering (MTE) – Automation and Smart Manufacturing Team. The Electrical and Control Systems Engineer will provide expert consulting service, advice, and on-site support for Arconic’s GRPE MTE in the areas of equipment reliability and process improvement.

The MTE group is responsible for equipment reliability improvement, process improvement, equipment troubleshooting and upgrade support, automation and smart manufacturing, standard practice implementation, and major capital projects. This is a key role in the Manufacturing Technology and Engineering organization within the Rolled Products and Extrusions businesses of Arconic Inc. This business group has several domestic and international locations, with various manufacturing facilities the Electrical and Systems Control Engineer will support. The incumbent will be required to act with a high degree of autonomy in the performance of assignments.

At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization.

ResponsibilitiesPrimary Responsibilities:

• The incumbent will report into the Automation and Smart Manufacturing Manager for the RP MTE which is responsible for the deployment of Smart Manufacturing and Automation solutions, including the electrical aspects of equipment, control systems, process support, and capital projects globally.
• Responsibility for the deployment and enhancement of process control systems as well as optimization of process equipment for improving quality and capacity.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Responsible for equipment design, process control systems (PCS), and operations related to manufacturing processes associated with sheet and plate processing and extrusion technology;
• Optimization of process equipment for improving quality and capacity, and deployment and enhancement of process control systems;
• Be a self-starter with ability to determine priorities based upon specific business needs of our various Rolled Products businesses;
• Able to work well with a broad group of cultures and cross functional teams;
• Strong leadership for both completion of development projects and successful implementation in our production facilities;
• Solve difficult equipment and process problems for all Arconic’s Rolled Products and Extrusions locations;

Other:

• The position requires travel, 25-50% of the time. Some of the travel may be international with the majority being in North America.
• While this role will have global responsibility, the home location will be at our location in Davenport, IA, Alcoa, TN, or Lancaster, PA, with the preferred location being Alcoa, TN.

QualificationsBasic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited institution
• 5 years of Electrical Engineering or Automation systems experience in process control systems and controls theory / fundamentals
• 5 years of experience in control of manufacturing processes
• Experience of working on capital projects: project management, engineering, installation and commissioning
• ‘C’ programming language experience
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R.
• 730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in aluminum or steel industry, with experience of working on rolling processes in an engineering position
• MSEE with focus on control systems
• Ability to work in and manage Linux operating systems
• Database experience
• Experience specifying and/or programming / applying Rockwell and Siemens PLC’s and HMI’s

About Us Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build. We are proud that 77% of our employees are happy working for Arconic and would recommend it as a great place to work and that 80% of our employees would recommend their managers to others.

We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders.

At Arconic, we:

Act With Integrity.We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability.

Safeguard our Future.We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment.

Grow Stronger Together.We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity.

Earn Customer Loyalty.We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service.

Drive Operational Excellence.We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration.

Create Value. We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders.

This position is subject to Export Control LawThis position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R.

• 730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity StatementArconic is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.